Love Boat: The Next Wave(1998)

Love Boat: The Next Wave is a late-1990s comedy series that revives the romantic cruise ship formula. Recently divorced former Navy captain Jim Kennedy III commands a Caribbean cruise liner, leading his crew through voyages filled with mishaps and unexpected romance. The show aired on UPN from 1998 to 1999, capturing the spirit of the original Love Boat with updated humor and modern sensibilities. Each voyage brings new passengers, new complications, and fresh opportunities for connection amid the open sea. Kennedy navigates both the challenges of captaincy and the complexities of starting over after divorce, while his crew members find their own romantic entanglements. The series balances lighthearted comedy with genuine character moments as passengers and staff discover that life at sea offers more than just an escape—it offers a chance at new beginnings.